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LOT 3249
Polished Baltic Amber with Fly and Other Inclusions
OLIGOCENE PERIOD, CIRCA 45 MILLION YEARS B.P.
1 3/8 in. (2.58 grams, 35 mm).
Translucent orange amber with a fly showing clear construction of the individual lenses on its eyes and other inclusions. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a UK collection formed in the 1980s.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 3249
Polished Baltic Amber with Fly and Other Inclusions
Estimate £30 - 40€35 - 46 (for guidance only)$41 - 54 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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